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L827 RGU

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

181,259 mi
Last recorded181,259 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2008
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL827 RGU
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Feb 2008 181,259 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 174,197 miles

coolant leak possible radiator.

nearside rear seat belt not fully tested due to †child seat fitted.

poor beam image from nearside headlamp.

Fail 28 Nov 2006 174,197 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

coolant leaking (possible radiator).

nearside headlamp has poor beam image.

nearside rear seat belt not fully tested due to †child seat fitted.

Pass 30 Nov 2005 164,600 miles

both front brake flexy hoses cracking.

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge.

How Reliable is the Volvo 800 Series?

Based on 372,763 MOT tests across 41,605 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,405
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
41,605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,209
constant velocity joint gaiter split 19,906
position lamp(s) not working 18,486
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 15,672
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,131
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L827 RGU is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 136,744 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo 800 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,209 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L827 RGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 800 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 32 years old, this Volvo 800 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L827 RGU registered?

L827 RGU is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 1 November 1994.

Is L827 RGU safe to buy?

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